The Adelaide Health Foundation is a voluntary independent charitable organisation, based in Tallaght University Hospital, Dublin.
We are focused on advancing and promoting equitable access to healthcare services in Ireland. The three pillars which drive our work are Education, Research and Community.
We seek an experienced finance person to join our Board [which meets 5 - 6 times per year, both in person and virtually]. This is an unpaid role.
Purpose of the Role
The Adelaide Health Foundation’s Treasurer oversees the financial operations of the Charity.
Responsibilities
Financial Governance
* Oversee the financial operations of the charity to ensure they are within accepted accounting practices.
* Ensure compliance with Irish statutory and regulatory obligations (e.g. Charities Regulator, Companies Registration Office, Revenue).
* Ensure presentation of timely and accurate financial reports to the Board.
Budgeting and Reporting
* Work with staff develop annual budgets, management accounts, and financial statements in line with FRS 102 and the Charities SORP.
* Oversee the annual audit or independent examination process.
Strategic and Operational Support
* Advise the Board on the financial implications of strategic plans or operational changes.
* Assist the CEO in ensuring sound financial decision-making across the organisation.
Person Specification
Essential:
* Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA) or equivalent experience.
* Experience in financial oversight, governance, or risk management.
* Understandingof investment management
Desirable:
* Knowledge of the Irish charity regulatory environment and best practice in governance.
* Experience working with or serving on a charity board or Finance/Risk Committee.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance trustees.
Additional Information
* AHF annual income is derived from an investment portfolio and no part of the charity’s core activities is dependent on fundraising from the public or statutory funding from government bodies.
* AHF Investment sub-group monitor investment performance.
Term of Appointment
* 3-year term, renewable in compliance with AHF Constitution.
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